Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
It’s not uncommon for people to confuse Fibromyalgia with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Both conditions share many similar symptoms and are often seen in upper cervical chiropractic practices. However, understanding the differences is important—and the first step is knowing what each condition actually is.
According to the Mayo Clinic, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is:
“A complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn’t improve with rest. Although there are many theories about what causes this condition — ranging from viral infections to psychological stress — in most cases the cause is still unknown. Because its symptoms are difficult to measure, CFS wasn’t widely accepted as a real medical condition for several years. Today, however, doctors and researchers agree that this chronic condition should be taken seriously.”
Recharging the Body
When most people feel tired, rest and sleep restore their energy. But for people with CFS, it’s different. Think of it this way: most people are like rechargeable batteries, but people with CFS are like batteries that no longer hold a charge. No matter how much they rest, they continue to feel exhausted.
Research and clinical experience show that many people with CFS also have an undetected injury to their brainstem. Because the brainstem plays a critical role in re-energizing the body, even a small misalignment in the upper neck can lead to chronic fatigue, poor sleep, and cycles of exhaustion that never seem to end.
The NUCCA Difference
At Advanced Spinal Care in Graham, Washington, Dr. Craig Lapenski specializes in NUCCA, a gentle and precise form of upper cervical chiropractic. By correcting misalignments of the upper neck vertebrae, he helps restore proper communication between the brain and the body—giving many patients with CFS their first real relief.
You don’t have to let fatigue control your life. With careful evaluation and a personalized NUCCA care plan, you may be able to reclaim your energy and improve your quality of life.
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Dr. Craig Lapenski at Advanced Spinal Care, in Graham, Washington is one of 27 Board Certified NUCCA Doctors worldwide. His clinic serves the highest quality upper cervical care in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Lapenski also serves a number of patients who are out of state including Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, and more! He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, vertigo, neck pain, back pain, and more. More information can be found on our website at https://www.nuccawashington.com/